1. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 11 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Noncombatant Evacuation Operations (NEO) and Repatriation Briefing Taking Care of Families

2. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 22 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Noncombatant Evacuation Operations (NEO) Operations directed by the Department of State, the Department of Defense or other appropriate authority whereby noncombatants are evacuated from a foreign country when their lives are endangered by war, civil unrest or natural disaster to safehavens typically in the Continental United States.

3. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 33 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 NEO Policy Objectives To protect U.S. citizens including, if necessary and feasible, their evacuation to and welfare in relatively stable areas. To reduce to a minimum the number of U.S. citizens subject to the risk of death, injury or capture as hostages. To reduce to a minimum the number of U.S. citizens in probable or actual combat areas in order not to impair the combat effectiveness of U.S. and allied military commanders.

4. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 44 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 National Command Structure Agency Roles PRESIDENT and SECDEF -- authorize all multinational operations National Security Council (NSC) -- advises on national security preparedness policy Department of State (DoS) -- directs the evacuation Department of Defense (DoD) -- supports DoS Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) -- assigned lead by Executive Order for repatriation of U.S. citizens from evacuation overseas

5. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 55 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Operational Environments Permissive: No apparent physical threat to potential evacuees; host government will not oppose either their orderly departure or U.S. military assistance. Uncertain: The degree of danger is uncertain; the host government may or may not be in control and cannot ensure the evacuees’ safety. Hostile: Host government or other forces are expected to oppose evacuation and/or U.S. military assistance. Natural Disaster: Earthquakes, volcanoes, etc..

6. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 66 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Role of Department of State Declares the evacuation (Authorized or Ordered Departure) Authorizing agents: - Under Secretary for Management - U.S. Ambassador in country Coordinates evacuation plans with the Geographic CINC Vested with the responsibility for executing the evacuation

7. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 77 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Steps to Protect and Evacuate Noncombatants Travel Advisory/Warning Drawdown--reduce presence Standfast--stay in place Authorized Departure--voluntary Ordered Departure--mandated Stop Movement--TDY/PCS suspended

8. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 88 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Onset of a Crisis Embassy/Post Actions Post reports onset of crisis via call to State Department Operations Center and cable. Emergency Action Committee (EAC) meets to review Post Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and to make recommendations regarding security situation at Post. EAC recommends Travel Warning or change to Consular Information Sheet. Post reviews current F-77 Report (number of potential evacuees) and updates report as needed. Post activates the Warden System. EAC begins coordination/NEO planning with regional CINC.

9. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 99 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Establish Effective Tripwires Post submits analysis of current situation, recommendation for drawdown, and list of events/changes (tripwires) which may lead to further drawdowns. Regional Bureau and Department of State in Washington reviews tripwires. Regional Bureau may ask Post to clarify or change tripwires to make them more realistic.

10. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 10 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 The Situation Deteriorates Post informs department via Operations Center and cable of deteriorating situation. - EAC meets to discus/recommend further drawdowns (e.g., change Authorized to Ordered Departure). - Post cables drawdown recommendation and proposed change to Travel Warning Department. - Post submits updated F-77 Report if necessary. Regional Bureau prepares memo and cable for Under Secretary for Management approval. Under Secretary for Management decides. Regional Bureau informs other agencies represented at Post of change of Evacuation Order. Crisis Management chairs Washington Liaison Group (WLG) meeting. Consular Affairs amends Travel Warning and Consular Information Sheet.

11. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 11 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Implementation of Evacuation Categories of Evacuees - Command-sponsored Family Members (Eligible) - Official USG Personnel -- DoS, DoD, other govt/Embassy staff, Marine Security Guard (MSG) -- Essential and Non-Essential - Private American Citizens - Third Country Nationals (TCNs) Types of drawdowns - Authorized/Voluntary -- Eligible Family Members may depart - Ordered/Directed -- Eligible Family Members must depart -- Non-essential employees must depart -- Minimal staff remains Both Authorized and Ordered Departures are typically approved for 30-day increments up to a maximum of 180 days

12. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 12 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Military Support in the Evacuation Process Swift insertion of a force Secure area Establish evacuation control center (ECC) Execute the evacuation Planned withdrawal upon completion of the mission

13. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 13 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Leaving the Country Transportation Options in order of preference: - Depends on type of “Environment” -- Permissive, Uncertain or Non-permissive -- Scheduled Commercial Air -- Commercial Charters -- Other Commercial Carriers (Including Ships) -- Overland -- MILAIR

14. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 14 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Termination of Evacuation Status Post Actions - EAC recommends termination of evacuation and changes to Travel Warning and Consular Information Sheet. - Post Updates F-77 Report and Emergency Action Plan as needed. Regional Bureau Actions - Bureau prepares memo and cable for Under Secretary for Management approval. - Under Secretary makes a decision. - Bureau notifies other agencies represented at Post. - Bureau prepares new Travel Orders for evacuees (if needed). - Bureau considers need for additional/TDY staffing if necessary. Consular Affairs Actions - Consular Affairs changes Travel Warning and Consular Information Sheet.

15. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 15 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Secretary of Defense Authorizes the use of DoD assets to support the evacuation of U.S. citizens and other designated persons from a foreign country.

16. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 16 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Role of Geographic Combatant Commander Supports DoS in the planning and conduct of NEOs Develops and maintains the contingency plans Coordinates and integrates these plans with the Ambassador May create joint task force (JTF) and assign commander (CJTF) Determines force sequencing into and out of the area of responsibility (AOR) or joint operations area (JOA) Evaluates host nation (HN) and multinational forces and capabilities

17. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 17 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Current Guidance Executive order 12656 DoS and DoD Joint Agreement DoD Directive 3025.14 Joint Federal Travel Regulation (JFTR) Joint Travel Regulation (JTR) Joint Plan for DoD Noncombatant Repatriation

18. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 18 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Repatriation Operations Briefing Taking Care of Families

19. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 19 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Repatriation The procedure whereby American citizens are officially processed back into the United States subsequent to their evacuation from overseas. From the DoD perspective, repatriation operations go well beyond border clearance procedures. It’s taking complete care of our DoD military and civilian family members while in safehaven status.

20. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 20 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Repatriation Overview Repatriation is the final link in the evacuation process. All returnees must be officially processed back into the United States. Army DCS, G-1 is responsible for the execution of Joint Plan for DoD Noncombatant Repatriation. The installation/base commander at each established Repatriation center is responsible for their own operation. Repatriation Centers are designated to process not only DoD military and civilian family members, but private U.S. citizens and third country nationals. All returnees get the same Red Carpet treatment.

21. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 21 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Department of the Army Deputy Chief of Staff, G-1 Provides primary interface/liaison with OASD, OJCS, USTRANSCOM, the combatant commander, State Department and other Federal, State and local agencies regarding the evacuation and repatriation operations of DoD and designated alien noncombatants. Coordinates and conducts repatriation operations. Establishes the Joint Reception Coordination Center (JRCC) and is responsible for its operation as required. The JRCC will coordinate and provide guidance during the repatriation effort. Assures DoD NEO information pertinent to repatriation is provided to all defense agencies. Provides the Army member to the Washington Liaison Group (WLG).

22. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 22 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 DoD Noncombatant Evacuation and Repatriation Operations Organization and Chain of Command NSC CHAIRMAN JCS (NEO SUPPORT) UNIFIED COMMANDER (CINC) FUNCTIONAL i.e. USTRANSCOM etc. UNIFIED COMMANDER (CINC) GEOGRAPHICAL AREA SUPPORTING SERVICE COMPONENT JOINT TASK FORCE (EXECUTION OF NEO OPERATIONS) DEFENSE DEPARTMENT EXECUTIVE AGENT FOR REPATRIATION PLANS AND OPERATIONS (DEPUTY CHIEF OF STAFF FOR PERSONNEL, ARMY) FORCES COMMAND (DCSPIM) EXECUTE REPATRIATION OPERATIONS IN CONUS AND US TERRITORIES OTHER THAN IN THE PACIFIC AND PR CINCPAC (J-1) EXECUTE REPATRIATION OPERATIONS IN HAWAII, ALASKA, AND US TERRITORIES IN THE PACIFIC SUPPORT MILITARY SERVICE BASES/INSTALLATIONS 1/ RESPONSIBLE FOR NEO 2/ RESPONSIBLE FOR REPATRIATION 1/ 2/ SEC STATE PRESIDENT SEC DEF CINCSOUTH (J-1) EXECUTE REPATRIATION OPERATIONS IN PUERTO RICO CINCSOUTH (J-1) EXECUTE REPATRIATION OPERATIONS IN PUERTO RICO

23. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 23 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Primary DoD and Potential State Run Repatriation Sites in U.S. Travis AFB California  As of: JUN 99 MCChord AFB SEATAC IAP Washington Elmendorf AFB Anchorage IAP Alaska Hickam AFB Honolulu IAP Hawaii Lackland AFB San Antonio IAP Texas      Davis MonthanAFB Tuscon IAP Arizona Charleston AFB Charleston IAP South Carolina Dover AFB Delaware Naval StationNorfolk & NAS Oceana Norfolk IAP Virginia McGuire AFB New Jersey     NAS North Island and San Diego Naval Base San Diego IAP California  Andrews AFB BWI IAP Maryland Macdill AFB Tampa IAP Florida      Mayport Naval Base Jacksonville IAP Florida  Naval Station Roosevelt Roads, PR  Dallas/Fort Worth IAP Texas JFK IAP New York Dulles IAP Virginia  Patrick AFB Tampa IAP Florida

24. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 24 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Agencies Involved in Repatriation Department of State Supported Theater Commander Department of Health and Human Services Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) U.S. Customs Service (Department of Treasury) U.S. Department of Agriculture American Red Cross Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Salvation Army Department of Transportation Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Military Traffic Management Command (MTMC) State and Local Government United Services Organization (USO)

25. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 25 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 NEO Tracking System (NTS) Developed to provide the Joint Task Force (JTF) Commander and the Warfighting geographic combatant commander a means of identifying and tracking noncombatant evacuees. NTS Provides a means to create and maintain an accurate evacuee data base. NTS uses the FedEx/UPS paradigm of bar-coding and allows the user to record and track evacuees all the way through the evacuation pipeline to repatriation. NTS allows the Commander a consolidated view of reports on the number of evacuees who have been assembled, relocated, evacuated and safely arrived at the designated repatriation site.

26. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 26 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Automated Repatriation Reporting System (ARRS) The automated system developed to be used by all repatriation centers (military or civilian). Evacuees complete a personnel processing form that is entered into the Repatriation System once evacuee processing is completed. The evacuees’ personal data is transmitted via modem to a centralized data base in Monterey, California (Defense Manpower Data Center). The system provides evacuee information and an online query capability for DoD and other government agencies. The Repatriation Centers will have the capability to generate their own reports on site. System will also be used for cost applications and summary reporting.

27. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 27 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Repatriation Center Services for Family Members Personnel Assistance with Orders, ID cards, etc. Medical Care Counseling Temporary Lodging General Transportation Legal Assistance Financial Assistance (Receive Safehaven Entitlements) Federal Civilian Employee Information Public Affairs Assistance If Requested Emergency Relief If Necessary Veterinary Services Family/Child Care Information on Family Support Center Throughout the United States

28. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 28 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Joint Service Processing Support Teams (JSPSTs) During Repatriation Operations, a JSPST will be established at the Repatriation Site. JSPST will become operational at the direction of the Commander, FORSCOM, PACOM or SOUTHCOM. JSPST will meet and assist all DoD and non-DoD evacuees arriving at the Repatriation Center. Maintain close coordination with local representatives. Solicit volunteers to act as sponsors for each evacuee and family. Ensure there is a completed DD Form 2585 (Repatriation Processing Center Processing Sheet) for every family/individual evacuee.

29. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 29 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Evacuation Compensation

30. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 30 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Evacuation Travel Command sponsored Dependents and Student Dependents - At member’s duty station - Evacuation of another location where dependents are residing - Dependents enroute to member’s OCONUS assignment Noncommand Sponsored Dependents - Only for those at member’s permanent OCONUS duty location - Transportation only Includes Associated Transient Per Diem Contingent on Authorized Departure Status

31. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 31 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Safe Haven OCONUS/CONUS - Original Safe haven (OCONUS) selected by DoS - Original CONUS Safe haven locations selected by evacuees - Alternate safe haven locations Per Diem up to 180 days - Allowances at Safe haven - Termination of allowances - Waiver procedures

32. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 32 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Military Families JFTR authorized per diem to evacuees moved to a Safe haven or designated location. - Per diem consists of a lodging allowance and meals and incidental expenses (M&IE); at the local rate. - To receive a lodging allowance, family must reside in commercial rental accommodations. - Families staying with friends or relatives are eligible to receive a lodging allowance only when they lease space from a friend/relative per a bona fide, written, executed contract. Transportation expenses/travel per diem are authorized from the time the family departs the evacuation site until they reach their CONUS Safe haven location (includes time spent processing through a Repatriation site). Reimbursement for transportation and travel is limited to allowable travel time (excludes personal travel time).

33. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 33 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Military Families Continued Entitlements: First 30 days, family members 12 years and older receive 100% of local area per diem rate. Family members under 12 years of age receive no more than 50% of the per diem rate. Beginning on the 31st day, not to exceed 150 additional days, rate for family members 12 years and older will not exceed 60% of the per diem rate. Family members under 12 years of age will receive 30% of the per diem rate. Local travel in and around the Safe haven $10 per day for first evacuated dependent without family $15 per day for first evacuated dependent with 1additional family member $20 per day for first evacuated dependent with 2 or more additional family members. No receipt required.

34. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 34 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Military Families Continued If the reduced per diem allowance is inadequate, families may apply for increased allowance through the per diem committee. Dependents may draw up to two months advance military pay when authorized by the sponsor (repayment begins within the next pay period and must be paid before the sponsor’s separation/retirement.) Families may ship up to 350 lbs of unaccompanied baggage per adult and 175 lbs per child under 12 years of age up to a total of 1,000 lbs.

35. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 35 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 DoD Civilian Employees and their Families JTR authorized per diem to evacuees moved to a Safe haven or designated location. Transportation expenses and travel per diem are authorized. Reimbursement is limited to allowable travel time (excludes personal travel time). - Family members 12 years and above each receive up to 100% of the per diem rate. - Children under 12 years each receive up to 50% of the local per diem rate Subsistence expense allowable (SSA) is based on a standard CONUS rate of $80 per day. Begins the day the family reaches its authorized Safe haven location and ends at the end of 180 days or if the evacuation status changes.

36. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 36 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 DoD Civilian Employees and their Families Continued Safe haven Evacuation Allowance (SEA) schedule: 1st 15 days after arrival in Safe haven - $80 per day per family member (no receipts required). Day 16-180, family may choose one of the following options: - Commercial rate. Requires receipts for commercial lodging for the first evacuee up to $48 plus an additional flat rate of $32 a day for meals. Each additional evacuee is entitled to a flat rate of $16 per day. - Non commercial rate. No receipts required. For the first evacuee, a flat rate of $40 per day is authorized to cover sea expenses. Each additional evacuee is entitled to $8 per day.

37. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 37 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 DoD Civilian Employees and their Families Continued Families may ship up to 350 lbs of unaccompanied baggage per adult and 175 lbs per child under 12 years. Total not to exceed 5,000 lbs. Families are financially responsible for the movement of pets. 30 days advance civilian pay when authorized. Authorization must include the sponsor’s payroll fund cite, and payment must be taken within the first 30 days of the evacuation.

38. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 38 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Return Travel Command sponsored dependents - Transportation to member’s permanent duty station - 60 day requirement Non-command sponsored dependents - Transportation only - Has to be authorized and approved by the ASD(FMP) Per Diem While Traveling

39. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 39 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Summary Allowances Don’t Make Up For Hardship - Family separation - Transient living - Disruption in family life Compensation Does Work To - Help ease financial burden - Provide a degree of security for the member and their family

40. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 40 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Family Support Follow-on Assistance ARRIVE AT SELECTED FINAL DESTINATION LOCAL SPONSORS WILL BE IDENTIFIED AND MAKE REGULAR CONTACT WITH THE FAMILIES REPATRIATION CENTER OR SERVICES CONTACT NEAREST FAMILY CENTER OR THE NATIONAL GUARD STATE PROGRAM COORDINATOR AT THE SAFE HAVEN DESTINATION TO REQUEST ASSISTANCE FOR THE FAMILY

41. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 41 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Drawdown/Evacuation of U.S. Diplomatic Posts Since 1988 Average of one Authorized or Ordered Departure every five weeks. Two thirds of the posts were rated as low or medium threat just prior to drawdown or evacuation Evacuations 200217 200114 2000 9 199912 199826 Evacuation breakout by category as of 3 December 2002: Authorized Departure (only)98 Ordered Departure (only)61 Authorized, then Ordered Departure32 Post Closure15 Private American Citizens Only 5 Military AssistedEvacuations20

42. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 42 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Drawdown/Evacuation of U.S. Diplomatic Posts Since 1988 Continued Evacuations by Region: AFAfrica (Sub-Saharan countries)63 NEANear East (Middle Eastern countries - includes North African40 Muslim countries, e.g., Egypt, Libya, Tunisia, etc.) EUREurope (All West and East European countries)22 SASouth Asia (India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka - essentially the Sub-Continent)26 WHAWestern Hemisphere (Caribbean Basin, all of Latin America and 17 Canada) EAP East Asia and Pacific (Korea, Japan, China, Singapore, Indonesia, 17 Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Island Nations) S/NISNewly Independent States (Countries of the former Soviet Union) 9 TOTAL: 194

43. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 43 HQDA,,ODCS G-1 Family Support Telephone Numbers for Evacuees Joint Reception Coordination Center1-888-852-4880 Army (FORSCOM Family Support)1-800-851-7607 Navy (Bureau of Naval Personnel)1-888-227-3032 Air Force (Air Force Personnel Center)1-800-435-9941 Marine Corps (Quantico Marine Corps Base)1-800-336-4663

44. Click to edit Master title style Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level 44 HQDA,,ODCS G-1